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Online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – Faulkner University

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Online program at Faulkner University is designed for working adults who want to pursue a career in the exciting field of criminal justice. The program is offered fully online or in a hybrid format that combines online learning with classroom instruction.

Admission Requirements

Prospective students enrolling in the Bachelor of Criminal Justice program must meet the following admission requirements:

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on all previous college work or a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on at least 12 hours taken with Faulkner.
• Completion of entrance competencies.
• Preferred minimum age of 23.

Tuition

2025 - 2026 Financial Information

• Tuition: $335 per semester hour
• General Fee: $350 per semester ($250 if 11 hours or less)
• Online Course Fee: $75 per semester hour
• Book Fee: $195 per year
• Applicable Course Fees: see full tuition and fee schedule

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Criminal Justice - Online program may be completed fully online or in a hybrid learning format that combines online learning with classroom instruction. Each option is divided into six eight-week modules that must be completed within three semesters.

Course Modules

• Module 1:
  • BCJ 3312 Cyber Crime Investigations
  • BCJ 4301 Criminalistics**
  • BCJ 4303 CJ Ethics
• Module 2:
  • BCJ 2331 Criminal Law
  • BCJ 3301 Criminology
  • BCJ 4307 Research Methods**
• Module 3:
  • BCJ 3309 Terrorism
  • BCJ 3310 Corrections
  • BCJ 4306 Criminal Behavior Analysis**
• Module 4:
  • BCJ 3304 Juvenile Justice
  • BCJ 3314 Community Based Policing
  • BCJ 4303 Interview and Interrogation**
• Module 5:
  • BCJ 3305 Constitutional Law**
  • BCJ 3306 Private Security
  • BCJ 3324 Crisis Management
• Module 6:
  • BCJ 3309 First Line Supervision
  • BCJ 4302 Courts
  • BCJ 4305 Special Issues**

Program Requirements

All students in the Bachelor of Criminal Justice - Online program must meet specific requirements, including:

• Transfer 66 hours of general education credits
• Complete 54 hours of program content at Faulkner University

Professionals currently employed in law enforcement or corrections may earn academic credit toward core program requirements with minimum standards certification. Additionally, students who are unable to transfer the full 66 hours of general education credits may complete Faulkner University classes to fulfill this requirement. Further requirements apply.

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Online program prepares students for various career paths in the field of criminal justice, including:

• Law enforcement
• Corrections
• Legal
• Private security

The program provides a moral and ethical approach that centers on Christian values, guiding students' career paths and preparing them to make a positive impact in their chosen field.